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Founded in 1967, Waikiki Health is a nonprofit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that offers a Patient-Centered Medical Home targeting our communityÂ’s most vulnerable populations. Our clinical and program sites provide holistic care in welcoming, supportive, and nonjudgmental environments. Waikiki HealthÂ’s mission is to provide quality medical and social services that are accessible and affordable for everyone, regardless of ability to pay.

Our Values 
• We are committed to providing the highest quality care and services to our island community.
• We believe that respect is the foundation of our interpersonal relationships.
• We maintain empathy and kindness, treating everyone as ohana.
• We are creative and flexible in meeting community needs.
• We will help empower others to reach their highest potential.
• We are accountable to the community we serve and to each other.

Waikiki Health is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant
Pay rate for this role is $22.50 per hour
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40-hour work week, No Weekends

Benefits
• Health insurance (Employee only) 100% premium paid once eligible.
• 13 Paid holidays
• Parking included
• 403(b) Retirement Plan Participation effective within 4 weeks of employment with matching.
Perks
• HOLO Bus Pass benefits
• BIKI bike rental benefits
• Company Shirt


The dental assistant will provide dental care by preparing patients for treatment, providing chair side assistance to the dentist, and maintaining dental instruments, equipment, and operatories in a clean and ready for use manner.


Duties include but are not limited to:
• Prepare patients for treatment and maintain a steady patient flow.
• Review patient health history, take vital signs if deemed necessary, document in patient record, and assure completion of forms and signatures.
• Taking and developing dental radiographs as prescribed by the dentist.
• Maintains a sterile and neat working environment according to current infection control procedures.
• Make preliminary and impressions of patients’ teeth and pour models and trim casts when needed. Make custom trays for patients for denture procedures.
• Prepare and maintain dental instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Understands and demonstrates ability to protect patient privacy according to HIPAA laws.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• Completion of dental assisting, other recognized training program or in office training is required.
• A minimum of 1-year dental assisting experience (need to have to be called in for an interview) OR an RDA/CDA certification.
• Understand practices and techniques of a dental office setting.
• Basic computer skills needed to access electronic dental records.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, community members, and staff members.
• Reading, writing, and basic knowledge at a high school level is needed.

Waikiki Health requires proof of the following immunization; with or without reasonable accommodation: TB skin test or chest x-ray, Hep B (optional).


Those requiring assistance are encouraged to reach out to our organization at (808) 922-4787. Visit our website for more information.


Waikiki Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

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